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Through just four days of NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, we’ve already gotten the chance to see some highly anticipated debuts and matchups.  From lottery picks, to second-round gems, to undrafted eyebrow-raisers, players are already making names for themselves. And while it can be a bit of a challenge to keep up with all the happenings in Las Vegas, it doesn’t hurt to try. Below is a list of the three most noteworthy takeaways from the first extended weekend of NBA Summer L

NBA Summer League is an exciting time for NBA players and fans alike. As the first official showcase for the newest crop of young talent entering the league, it's a must-watch event for any hoop head.  Given the significant draft equity invested in many of the young players set to play in Las Vegas, expectations are high for them to produce, or at the very least, show signs of long-term appeal.  Below is a list of three 2025 first-round picks who already have a ton to prove h

With most of the pre-draft process already wrapped up, it feels safe to project the landing spots of many of the draft’s premier talent. Cooper Flagg will most likely head to the Dallas Mavericks , and it's looking increasingly likely that Dylan Harper will be the next player selected. After that, VJ Edgecombe, Ace Bailey, Kon Knueppel, Tre Johnson and Jeremiah Fears all appear to be in play for the next few selections.  But while all the previously mentioned players have a f

Four games into the NBA Finals, things haven't played out exactly as they've been expected to. After many expected the Thunder to have their way with Indiana, disposing of it quickly with either a sweep or a gentleman's sweep, the series has been wildly competitive.  Except for Game 2, every game has featured back-and-forth high-octane action, and as things currently stand, it appears we could be heading toward an iconic Game 7 conclusion.  In the midst of all this back-and-f

Following a 4-1 gentlemen’s sweep by the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Los Angeles Lakers ’ 2024-2025 season has come to a close. And given the lofty expectations held by both the team and the public— according to ESPN , more money had been bet on the Lakers to win the NBA Finals than any other team—it's fair to assume there's a healthy amount of disappointment being felt in Los Angeles right now.  Luckily for the Lakers, all signs point towards Luka Doncic signing

Every year during the month of March, collegiate NBA prospects have the opportunity to make a name for themselves on the biggest stage of their careers. Under the bright lights of the NCAA Tournament some players excel while others stumble, and in accordance, draft stocks rise and plummet.  Below is a list of three standouts who’ve taken their game to the next level during the first weekend of the tournament and helped improve their NBA draft stock. Derik Queen Already a shoo

There is generally no better showcase for young up-and-coming players in the NBA than the league’s annual Rising Stars Challenge.  The game — or, more recently, tournament — is essentially an All-Star game for the top first- and second-year players around the league. It is often fairly indicative of things to come. Top performers during the Rising Stars Challenge often go on to establish themselves as not just “rising stars,” but “stars”.  The last five MVPs of the Rising Sta

The NBA is a league of stars—there’s no denying that. However, it’s often the unsung role players who impact winning the most. Of course, NBA teams need guys who can break ankles, posterize defenders, and consistently drop 20+ points a night, but they also equally need players who hustle, play hard defense, and provide timely ball movement. AD Just take the reigning Champion Boston Celtics for example. Of course, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown rightfully garner most of the

This offseason the Chicago Bulls made a few moves to rebuild and get younger. Most notably let DeMar DeRozan , walk and traded  Alex Caruso . Rookie  Matas Buzelis is a centerpiece of the Bulls’ youth movement. The Bulls now have several intriguing young players and newcomers. Let’s dive into their potential impact and roles with the team. Expectations for Chicago Bulls Newcomers in 2024-2025 Josh Giddey Josh Giddey , who the Bulls flipped Alex Caruso for, is likely to ha

Of all the players expected to be available during the 2025 NBA Draft, Cooper Flagg of Duke is the crown jewel. Perhaps not quite the same level of prospect as Victor Wembanyama , Flagg is still the kind of player rebuilding franchises drool over. With Flagg’s combination of electric defensive capabilities and burgeoning perimeter skills, teams have long seen a potential cornerstone player in the Duke Forward. Barring something drastic happening during Flagg’s freshman year

In what has so far proven itself to be one of the best rookie classes in recent memory, the quintet of Chet Holmgren , Jaime Jaquez Jr, Brandon Miller , Brandin Podziemski , and Victor Wembanyama , carry high expectations heading into their second year in the league. While every player’s career trajectory is clearly pointing upwards, which player is most poised for a second-year leap? Which player can challenge for their first All-Star appearance? Which player can help push

Since entering the league in 2017, Markelle Fultz has had one of the strangest career trajectories of any first-overall pick in recent memory. After struggling with health—along with a perplexing breakdown of shooting mechanics—for two years in Philadelphia, he was shipped off to the Orlando Magic . In Orlando, Fultz experienced a bit of a career renaissance and established himself as a solid NBA player. However, it wasn’t long before the injury bug bit Fultz once again. Ov

Since being drafted 7th overall in the 2021 NBA Draft, Jonathan Kuminga has remained somewhat of an enigma. Some NBA pundits will claim Kuminga is on the fast track to superstardom, while others are much more skeptical about his continued inconsistencies, and lack of polish. The upside of Kuminga is undeniable, but the actualization of that upside is far from a sure thing.  For a Warriors team that is desperate to squeeze whatever competitiveness they can out of the final fe

Not every NBA team has a player with a realistic shot at challenging for some of the most prestigious league wide awards. This especially applies to the MVP award, as there are only really 10-15 players across the league who truly have a shot. That leaves a fair amount of teams on the outside looking in. The Chicago Bulls certainly appear to be one of them. As far as awards like Sixth Man of the Year and Most Improved Player are concerned, the threshold for entry is certainl

For a team like the Chicago Bulls , who aren’t expected to contend for anything more than a Play-In Tournament spot during the upcoming 2024-25 season, young prospects are everything. Players whose best days are ahead of them, and can offer a glimmer of hope to their franchise. Not all young players will pan out—obviously—and far fewer will turn out to be franchise-saving or franchise-altering players. But even so, there’s nothing more significant to a rebuilding franchise th

Whether you’re an avid gamer or a video game novice, there’s no denying the cultural significance of a game like the NBA 2K series. With each coming year, the relevance of NBA 2K seems to only grow. As a result, it’s no wonder that so many people pay attention to NBA 2K’a rating system. NBA players themselves often openly boast—or bemoan—about their ratings on social media, which in turns only makes the rating more meaningful. When NBA players care about something, the genera

Bleacher Report, who recently put out a list describing every NBA team’s offseason with one word , used ‘half-measures’ to sum up the Chicago Bulls ho-hum offseason. For a team that has made just one playoff appearance and two Play-In Tournament appearances over the past five seasons, ‘half-measures’ is far from the most gleaming complement. Chicago is long overdue for a rebuild—and not a soft one, as it feels they are trying to ease into now. While Arturas Karnisovas, the B

Lonzo Ball , who hasn’t played since January of 2022, is apparently on course to be ready for the start of the 2024-2025 season. According to Bulls’ VP of Basketball Operations, Arturas Karnisovas, the plan is to have Ball ready and available come opening night. Following three knee surgeries and over two full seasons spent on the sideline, it’s fair to wonder what we can truly expect from Ball at this point. The former number two overall pick is still just 26 years old. Des